LEAP TA: Construction 2026

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LEAP TA: Construction returns for its 5th year at a pivotal moment - one where fully leveraging AI, adopting new technologies, and rethinking employer branding are no longer optional but essential to engaging the next generation and boosting efficiency across the hiring lifecycle.The industry continues to feel the strain of persistent labour shortages, rising costs, and shifting immigration policies. With 439,000 new workers needed this year and 62% of firms citing critical skills gaps, the real opportunity lies in transforming how construction organizations attract and compete for talent.This energizing three-day forum brings together an elite community of 175+ TA leaders from construction firms across the US to explore practical, proven strategies that modernize sourcing, streamline recruitment, enhance candidate matching, and elevate brand perception among younger and more diverse talent pools.Through real-world case studies, hands-on insights, and powerful peer exchange, you'll learn how forward-thinking companies are building sustainable pipelines, amplifying their employer value proposition, and applying AI to unlock new levels of productivity and effectiveness.If you're ready to reimagine your approach, strengthen your competitive edge, and find new solutions to today's toughest construction hiring challenges', this is the one event you can't afford to miss.URLs:Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3376540-2?pid=5569 Brochure: https://go.evvnt.com/3376540-3?pid=5569  Date and Time: Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:00 - Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:00 Venue details: The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton, 5300 East Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, Texas, 75206, United StatesPrices:Construction Organizations - Conference + 2 Workshops: USD 3197.00,Construction Organizations - Conference + 1 Workshop: USD 2798.00,Construction Organizations - Conference Only: USD 2399.00,Solution Providers - Conference Only: USD 3799.00Speakers: Cristin Mowrer, Director of Talent Acquisition, Allan Myers, Carrie Westgate ,Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Allan Myers, Leslie Borgmeyer, Director of Talent Acquisition, Archkey Solutions, Stephen Curran, Head of Talent Acquisition, ATI Restoration, Kerri Smith, Talent Chief and Strategy Officer, Baker Construction, Karen Riapos, Vice President Global Talent Acquisition, BrandSafway, Jennifer Smith, Recruiting Manager, Brasfield and Gorrie, Linda Culver, Director of Talent Acquisition, Flynn Group of Companies, Jessica Somers, Senior Director Talent Acquisition, Granite Construction, Courtney Olson, Talent Acquisition Manager, Hayden Homes, Nick Shelford, Director of Talent Acquisition, Helix Electric, Monica Suffal, Head of Global Employer Brand and Candidate Experience, Hilti Group, Haleigh Festing-Smith, Senior University Recruiting and Relations Manager, Kiewit, Joe Leno, Senior Director of Recruiting, Leaf Home, Matt Battista, Head of Talent Acquistion, Lennar, Tracy Snyder, Vice President Talent Acquisition, MasTec, Evan Elbert, Vice President, Talent Acquisition and HR Systems, Meritage Homes, Eric Patz, Talent Acquisition Manager, Meyer Najem, Ryan Vecitis, Director Talent Acquisition, Michels Corporation, Shannon Fry, Director Talent Development, Okland Construction, Jennifer Hunter, Chief Human Resources Officer, Polk Mechanical Company, Leslie Schlaegel, Vice President Talent, Royal Electric Company, Courtney Davis, Lead Recruiter, Royal Electric Company, Pamela Desmond, Human Resources Director, Schimenti Construction Company, Craig Stevens, Senior Director Talent Acquisition, Shawmut Design and Construction, Chris Wettengel, Head of Talent Acquisition, Skanska, Stephanie Yoraway, Director of Talent, VEIT, Aaron Moore, Head of Talent Acquisition, Western Specialty Contractors, Michael Powder, Director of Talent Acquisition and Total Rewards, XL Construction